

Entomology w/ Phil Torres
Jul 28, 2014
Phil Torres, an engaging entomologist and host of TechKnow, shares his adventures from the Amazon rainforest. He recounts a hilariously dangerous mishap involving spitting cobra venom and reflects on the urgent threats like illegal gold mining. Phil also performs a whimsical song about frogs navigating their changing environment. The conversation spans his journey through science television, innovative wildlife research methods, and the challenges of promoting insect consumption as a sustainable food source.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
Adventures in Innovation and Exploration
02:36 • 3min
Exploring Rainforests and Insect Discoveries
05:55 • 14min
Exploring the Amazon: Challenges and Creativity
20:02 • 16min
Cobra Conundrums: Trials of a TV Scientist
35:47 • 12min
Jaguars, Scents, and Space Adventures
47:22 • 10min
The Insect Diet Debate
57:04 • 7min
The Crucial Role of Education and Innovation in Society
01:04:33 • 3min
Exploring Innovation and Technological Accessibility
01:07:32 • 2min